- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Canon Rebel T4i
- 17.9 MP
- APS-C CMOS
- 3" LCD
Released June, 2012
Rated 77% by by DPReview (Aug, 2012)By maintaining what has long been very good image quality for both stills and video shooting and addressing operational handling with a remarkably well-executed touchscreen implementation, the latest addition to the Rebel lineup carves out a niche as one of the more enjoyable to use entry level DSLRs on the market.
Conclusion Check out the Canon Rebel T4i
First reviewed June, 2012
Features Key features of the Canon Rebel T4i
17.9 MP
APS-C
Rated 77% by by DPReview (Aug, 2012)For users moving up from compact cameras, the 650D offers a very significant increase in image quality and a comfortable to hold camera wrapped in an interface that accommodates both touchscreen and external control operation.
megapixels
| 0 MP | 24 MP    | 30 MP |
Rebel T4i by PaulMcCarl (Oct, 2012)To be honest, super megapixel just hasn't been enough to prompt me to buy anything new.
Rebel T4i by DPReview (Aug, 2012)Looking at the 100% crops above, it is clear that the 650D displays noticeably more chroma noise than the Nikon D3200, which manages very clean output despite having a pixel count that is 33% greater than that of the Canon.
sensor size
Rebel T4i by DPReview (Aug, 2012)When its APS-C sensor is combined with a reasonably fast lens, the EOS 650D offers the opportunity for creative use of shallow depth of field, something that will be a revelation to anyone used to shooting video with their smartphone or compact camera.
Rebel T4i by DPReview (Aug, 2012)The 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is an EF-S lens for APS-C cameras that also features 'Dynamic IS' image stabilization, designed to compensate for the different patterns of camera movement encountered when shooting video (for example when walking with the camera).
viewfinder size
Rebel T4i by Richard-Lin (Feb, 2013)The camera overall is pretty responsive if you only use the view finder.
Rebel T4i by David-Chan (Sep, 2012)I am old school so I always use my optical viewfinder so it's a non issue.
body size
133 x 100 x 79 mm
127 x 94 x 65 mm
145 x 106 x 79 mm
Rebel T4i by Melanie-P. (Mar, 2013)I have completely changed my mind, it will be worth carrying around a little extra weight on vacataions, etc. because of the quality difference.
Rebel T4i by G-T-Black (Dec, 2012)I was sold on the smaller size and lighter weight of the T4i - a big plus for carrying it around airshows all day - without sacrifice in features and quality.
focus points
| 0 | 39  | 40 |
Rebel T4i by TrustedReviews (Jul, 2012)Whereas the 600D offered only one cross-type AF sensor in the centre of the viewfinder, all nine AF points of the 650D are of the cross-type variety.
Performance Real world tests of Canon Rebel T4i
DxOMark image quality
Rebel T4i by Anuragi also observed that this mode is better that auto mode in terms of picture quality/sharpness and contrast for night photography although you have to wait 3 to 5 seconds to let your camera merge all 4 shots to generate single picture with wow effect.
Rebel T4i by Martin (Oct, 2012)I have also been very pleased with the quality of shooting in low light conditions.
DxOMark low light performance
Rebel T4i by Joyce-of-Sibu (Jun, 2012)T4i is really a good camera but with yet ideltical quality in low light compared to.
Rebel T4i by Terry (Dec, 2012)In conclusion I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS CAMERA!! I've been like a kid in a candy store this week and dream of taking pictures with it at night!
shutter lag
| 0 ms | 238 ms  | 300 ms |
Rebel T4i by E.-Reed (Jun, 2012)With the t4i you'd gain better images, video, high ISO performance, touchscreen, shutter lag and a few other things.
Rebel T4i by Photography Blog (Sep, 2012)The Canon EOS 650D's maximum shutter speed is 30 seconds and there's a Bulb mode for even longer exposures, which is excellent news if you're seriously interested in night photography.
continuous shooting
Rebel T4i by Art (Feb, 2013)I would love for example change the burst rate, i.e. shoot in burst mode but with longer period.
Rebel T4i by Edward-V.-Byrne (Jun, 2012)There's a myth that one of the reasons the T4i is SO dramatically better than its Rebel predecessors is because it has a faster burst rate (5 fps compared to 3.7 fps for the T3i).
battery life
440 photos
1,100 photos
1,050 photos
Rebel T4i by Theresa-M.-Studer--Terra57 (Mar, 2013)Battery life is really fantastic compared to my Olympus point and shoot.
Rebel T4i by Random-Rebel (Jun, 2012)*****. Since I don't have a pet-peeve about the texture and battery life, I can say with confidence that anyone can take great pictures and video with this camera.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Phase detection focusing system -
HD video -
Generic -
Gives you more flexibility when framing your shot -
Fewer buttons, interact directly with menus -
2.5 fps -
1,040 k dots -
Opaque -
Great for recording movies -
9 -
For that film look
cons
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62.0 -
21.7 bits -
None -
11.2 ev -
95% -
HD video -
5 fps -
722 ISO -
No automatic 3D -
440 -
You'll have to protect your camera from the elements -
0.53x -
269 ms -
No automatic stitching -
82.51% -
133 x 100 x 79 mm -
1/4000 s
Reviews Word on the street
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Lens
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 80% by by DrinkSomeBCBS (Jul, 2012)I was excited about the new STM lenses, because I have seen many examples of how loud a lens is on video.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 100% by by T3iEnthusiastYou are still able to zoom in and essentially magnify a selected area but when you begin your recording the cropped or zoomed area goes away and your standard focal length will be recorded.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 77% by by DPReview (Aug, 2012)The ability to use in-camera lens profiles to correct for vignetting and chromatic aberration adds even more value to a camera line that has long been a solid performer.
Focus
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 78% by by c|net (Oct, 2012)That said, the new sensor and expensive STM lens that you have to pair with it to take advantage of improved Live View autofocus really serve to bring the T4i into parity with newer technology, such as Sony's fixed-mirror SLT system and mirrorless ILC alternatives.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 78% by by c|net (Oct, 2012)The big updates to the T4i (aka the EOS 650D overseas) over its predecessor are the addition of a touch screen and the incorporation of a new hybrid CMOS sensor that includes both contrast autofocus sensors, the type of autofocus used in camcorders and other video AF systems, as well as the traditional phase-detection sensors you find in dSLRs.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 77% by by DPReview (Aug, 2012)In Live View and Movie modes the screen can be used to specify the point of focus and (optionally) release the shutter.
Screen
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 77% by by DPReview (Aug, 2012)Canon clearly put a lot of thought into its implementation, and the EOS 650D sports the most comprehensive and intuitive touchscreen interface we've yet seen in any camera.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 100% by by Jeff-Rayner (Nov, 2012)* The T4i camera body: a fantastic camera, yet some of the technology (like the touch screen) is new, and therefore isn't necessarily the most intuitive, eg turning into video mode is easy, starting the video recording is a special button, not the shutter release which i've used on other cameras.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 100% by by Consumer--flymach1 (Dec, 2012)The picture is so much clearer on this display than it was on the screen of the 40D.
Video
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 80% by by Leslie-E.-Sparks (Feb, 2013)But if you're looking for a video camera to take video of your kids soccer games and general family video, you might be better off with a video camcorder.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 100% by by Jerry (Dec, 2012)Standard photos, as well as the movie mode, really spectacular with a very crisp presentation in any way you might imagine.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 100% by by Griff--Masster-Genyus (Jul, 2012)Focusing on any point with touch is also great.-The video quality is superb, but I'm not really in the video shooting business.
Autofocus
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 77% by by DPReview (Aug, 2012)What this means in practical terms is that despite the compositional benefits of using live view and the 650D's well-designed touchscreeen controls, shooting through the viewfinder remains the preferable option when trying to use autofocus to catch that 'decisive moment.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 77% by by DPReview (Aug, 2012)In the video below, we've chosen to compare the 650D mounted with Canon's EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens against the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 with its X Vario PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH OIS kit lens, whose contrast-detection AF performance ranks among the top of current mirrorless models.
Canon Rebel T4i | Rated 80% by by IndianChiefI am not knowledgeable enough to know if the autofocus in low light is a problem of the lens or the camera.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Nikon D7000 Fastest rapid fire mode Nikon D7000 vs Canon Rebel T4i |
 | 2 | Nikon D5100 4-way tie: Supports HDR Nikon D5100 vs Canon Rebel T4i |
 | 3 | Nikon D90 Largest sensor Nikon D90 vs Canon Rebel T4i |
 | 4 | Canon EOS 60D Most shots per battery charge EOS 60D vs Rebel T4i |
 | 5 | Nikon D5200 Best image quality as rated by DXOMark Nikon D5200 vs Canon Rebel T4i |
 | 6 | Canon Kiss X5 4-way tie: Highest resolution screen Kiss X5 vs Rebel T4i |
 | 7 | Canon Rebel T5i Newest T5i vs T4i |
 | 8 | Canon EOS 400D Smallest EOS 400D vs Rebel T4i |
New duel?
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Editions Editions of the Canon 650D / T4i
| Price | Edition | Model | Continents | Compare | ||||
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 | | 650D | Europe | | ||||
 | | T4i | North America | | ||||
 | | Kiss X6i | Asia | | ||||
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Canon Rebel T4iTop Canon Rebel T4i experts at Sortable
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Intermediate I
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Intermediate I
Ron-Giles 
Beginner II
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Expert I
Nikon D7000
- 16.1 MP
- APS-C CMOS
- 3" LCD
18 more Sortable users recommended the Nikon D7000 over the Canon Rebel T4i.
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Expert III
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vote You will absolutely need a zoom lens for wildlife photography (or a macro lens if you are shooting insects and other small things). Since you mention getting a 55-250mm with the T4i, then it's...
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- August 9, 2012
- Reply to: Help me decide to choose a camera under 75000k inr
Beginner II
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votes The Canon will be, hands down, your better video camera. Canon has always surpassed Nikon in the video department and most all of the changes on the new T4i are to improve its abilities as a...
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- November 27, 2012
- Reply to: Whats Better Rebel t4i or Nikon D7000?
Canon EOS 60D
- 17.9 MP
- APS-C CMOS
- 3" LCD
9 more Sortable users recommended the EOS 60D over the Rebel T4i.
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Expert I
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votes The T4i has the ability to auto focus while recording, which is a great feature. Go with it.
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- August 8, 2012
- Reply to: Better for shooting video?
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vote The Canon is okay, but it is a point and shoot. While he makes a great point about it being slightly complicated to use a dslr the image quality is vastly different. There are auto modes, in a I...
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Sony SLT A57
- 16 MP
- APS-C CMOS
- 3" LCD
5 more Sortable users recommended the Sony SLT A57 over the Canon Rebel T4i.
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votes Based on what I've read, the fact that the T4i's autofocus incorporates phase detection makes it faster and more accurate, so I'd go for the T4i.
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